Shortly after Victor's departure, John and the remaining few began to gather those awakeners scattered around the outskirts of Stellarburg.
Victor's thorough planning was evident.
While most people were within Stellarburg, a significant number were also outside its walls.
In no time, they had assembled hundreds.
Most of these individuals were awakeners, with a notable number being of the gold-tier.
Among them were scavengers, mercenaries, and more prevalently, newly awakened students undergoing trials in dungeons like Phantom Ruins.
These students, the seeds of Stellarburg's future, were fortunate to have avoided the turmoil within the city.
Among this group, John spotted classmates from StellarSea Academy.
Daniel and Benjamin were there too.
Daniel looked towards Stellarburg with evident concern, while Benjamin was busy reassuring those around them.
Wearing the Hidden Stars mask, John went unrecognized.
